Coordinator of Student Access Services
Coordinator of Student Access Services
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Job Description
Title: Coordinator of Student Access Services
State Role Title:Administrative - Lecturer
Hiring Range: Up to 65000.00
Pay Band: 4
Agency: Virginia State University
Location:Virginia State University
Agency Website:
Recruitment Type: General Public - G
Job Duties
The purpose of this position is to engage in an ongoing interactive process with students with disabilities while providing equal access accommodations and counseling to students in the academic setting. The Lead Student Accessibility Counselor will facilitate this by approving accommodations providing case management academic advising effectively communicating with stakeholders and collaborating with students faculty and staff in the educational environment. This position will report to the Director of Counseling & Accessibility and serve as the primary contact for the Student Accessibility Office
The Student Accessibility Office organizational objective is to provide an integrated and cohesive set of support programs services and activities for students with disabilities in accordance with ADA guidelines.
Minimum Qualifications
Considerable knowledge of learning disabilities other disabilities and handicapping conditions
Knowledge of post-secondary educational environment and infrastructure.
Demonstrate ability to provide services in compliance with local state and federal disability laws (Americans with Disabilities Act and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973).
Proficient in Microsoft Word Excel Access and PowerPoint.
Experience reading and interpreting psychological psychiatric medical and educational documentation.
Demonstrated ability to determine eligibility for reasonable accommodations in an academic setting.
Additional Considerations
Masters degree in psychology Special Education Rehabilitation Counseling or related field.
Considerable knowledge of learning disabilities other disabilities and handicapping conditions.
2 years direct experience working with students with disabilities in an educational setting.
Working knowledge and/or field experience interpreting and applying the Americans with Disabilities Act and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act.
Experience reading and interpreting psychological psychiatric medical and educational documentation.
Demonstrated ability to determine eligibility for reasonable accommodations in an academic setting.
Ability to communicate and work on collaboratively with others i.e. students faculty staff and parents.
Excellent interpersonal written and oral communication skills.
Preferred: Experience working in an environment that serves clients with disabilities preferably in a college or university setting. Familiarity with educational and assistive technologies related to accessibility.
Special Instructions
You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or rsum is submitted successfully. Please refer to Your Application in your account to check the status of your application for this position.
Virginia State University is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all persons and applicants without regard to age color disability gender national origin political affiliation genetic information race religion sexual orientation sex (including pregnancy) or veteran status. VSU encourages and invites minorities women individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply.
AmeriCorps Peace Corps and other national service alumni are encouraged to apply.
HOW TO APPLY: Virginia State University only accepts applications for this position through the on-line state Recruitment Management System (PageUp). Faxed e-mailed and mailed applications and/or attachments will not be accepted. The application must be detailed and fully completed. All employment and periods of unemployment (if applicable) must be listed within the application; either on an attached resume or manually listed in the Relevant Work History section. Each application is reviewed for documentation that shows the applicant meets the minimum and preferred qualifications stated in the job announcement. The decision to interview an applicant is based on the information provided on the application therefore it is essential to fully complete each section of the application and provide descriptive information. Submitting an incomplete state application or a state application lacking in detail may result in your non-selection. This website will provide a confirmation of receipt when the application is submitted for consideration.
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Interested persons must attach a cover letter and a current resume/c.v to the online application. Official transcripts will be required at the time of employment.
The selected candidate will be subject to an extensive and complete background check which may include fingerprinting. The candidate may be required to complete a Statement of Economic Interest as a condition of employment if applicable.
Commonwealths Alternative Hiring Process: In support of the Commonwealths commitment to inclusion we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity applicants will need to provide their Certificate of Disability (COD) provided by a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor within the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS). Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation if applicable to DARS to get their Certificate of Disability. If you need to get a Certificate of Disability use this link: or call DARS at .
Contact Information
Name: Cynthia Roney
Phone:
Email:
In support of the Commonwealths commitment to inclusion we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS) or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation if applicable to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at .
Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1 2022- February 29 2024 can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
